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PPG · 3 days ago

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Expert

Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

PPG is a company focused on enhancing operational efficiency in manufacturing. The Advanced Manufacturing Systems Engineer, Expert will manage the design, implementation, and optimization of Manufacturing Execution Systems, Factory Information Systems, and robotics to improve production capabilities.

Chemicals

Responsibilities

Be engaged in Safety; participate in site Safety programs and ensure operational discipline and compliance with both company and regulatory safety standards

Design and implement MES (GE Proficy) and FIS solutions to support real-time monitoring, control, and optimization of manufacturing processes. Collaborate with teams to integrate robotics and control systems into production areas, ensuring seamless operation and data flow

Analyze existing manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement through MES, FIS, robotics, and control systems. Use Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve plans

Design, program, and implement control systems for automated equipment and processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Develop control algorithms to improve production efficiency and product quality

Develop data collection systems to capture measurements and production metrics. Create dashboards and reports to provide insights into production performance, and quality

Provide ongoing support and maintenance for MES, FIS, robotics, and control systems to ensure performance and reliability. Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, coordinating with IT and engineering teams

Work with production, quality assurance, and IT teams to ensure understanding of systems with operational goals. Train and support manufacturing staff on the use of MES, FIS, robotics, and control technologies

Lead projects aimed at implementing new technologies and systems to enhance manufacturing capabilities. Monitor project progress, ensuring completion within budget constraints

Qualification

Manufacturing Execution SystemsFactory Information SystemsRoboticsControl SystemsProgramming SQLProgramming PythonProgramming PLCLean ManufacturingSix SigmaData ManagementManufacturing ProcessesAutomation Technologies

Required

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Minimum of 7 years of experience manufacturing systems engineering, with a focus on MES, FIS, robotics, and control systems

Knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation technologies, and data management systems

Proficiency in programming languages and software relevant to MES (GE Proficy), robotics, and control systems (e.g., SQL, Python, and PLC programming)

Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles

Company

PPG

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PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD® At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and specialty materials that our customers have trusted for more than 140 years.

Founded in 1883

Pittsburgh, PA, US

10001+ employees